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The Pruning of Trees, Shrubs, and Conifers (Hardcover)

by George E. Brown (Author), Tony Kirkham (Author) "Pruning is an operation that regulates and controls growth, flowering and fruiting, and with its aid the form of a tree or shrub is determined,..." (more)
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  • Hardcover: 340 pages
  • Publisher: Timber Press; 2nd Ed edition (15 Feb 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0881926132
  • ISBN-13: 978-0881926132
  • Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 18.2 x 3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 41,029 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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In this revised and enlarged second edition on the pruning and training of trees and shrubs, originally written by George E. Brown, Tony Kirkham's photographs are accompanied by diagrams by Audrey Barton, and a foreword by Roy Lancaster.


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A detailed guide to pruning hundreds of trees and shrubs
Now back in print, with an updated nomenclature and a new foreword by John Bryan, this unique encyclopedia details the best pruning methods for nearly 450 genera. It covers not only the "how" of pruning, but the all-important "when" of pruning, which is overlooked in other books. It remains the best book ever written on the subject. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Pruning of Tree, Shrubs and Conifers., 18 Jun 2006
By I. Goldsmith "Prof. Garden" (England) - See all my reviews
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Tony Kirkham's profile was given a great lift with the "Year at Kew" series on BBC2 and this has no doubt been of benefit to the book's sales figures happily.
So when someone of Ton Kirkham's reputation and public profile revises and enlarges upon a good book like "The Pruning of Trees, Shrubs and Conifers" it is very welcome indeed!

The problem is, not many people write decent books about trees. Most are more interested in chopping them down or mutilating them in some way. Sadly this is usually due to ignorance and failure to understand how trees work. This book goes a long way to bringing enlightenment to its readers.

It is a very good book. With an excellent tree by tree section on their specific requirements etc. Tony has also done a great job in adding modern best practice guidelines and up to date tree care methodology.

Anyone wanting to learn more about trees and their cultivation will not go wrong by purchasing this book, it is one of the best available by far!
I feel I would like Tony Kirkham if I met him and I certainly like this book.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Slightly missed opportunity, 21 April 2009
By D. Beaver (Northern England) - See all my reviews
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Despite being a recommended text for professional arborists I find I use this book infrequently.

The authors clearly know their stuff, but it isn't comprehensive enough; some information is just missing. For example, a beginner wanting to know when to prune Fraxinus would still not know after reading this. A pity really.

The equipment section at the end is excellent.
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